Nutritional Facts

Directions

In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, chili powder, cumin and garlic powder. Cover and microwave on high for 30-45 seconds or until butter is melted. In a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine crackers, pretzels and peanuts. Add butter mixture and mix lightly. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; toss to coat. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4-5 minutes or until mixture begins to toast, carefully stirring every 2 minutes. Cool. Store in an airtight container.Yield: 10 cups.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Originally published as Microwave Snack Mix in Quick Cooking
May/June 1998, p47